Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at PARKSIDE PRACTICE
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
6,646
Total Quantity
718.9K
NHS Cost
£22.4K
vs National Avg
+86.3%
PARKSIDE PRACTICE prescribed 6,646 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £22,415 to the NHS. This is 86.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
506
Jun 2026
493
Jun 2026
551
Jun 2026
570
Jun 2026
543
Jun 2026
552
Jun 2026
555
Jun 2026
580
Jun 2026
602
Jun 2026
548
Jun 2026
593
Jun 2026
553
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 6,646 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 718,900 |
| Total NHS Cost | £22,415 |
| Presentations | 16 different forms |
| vs National Average | +86.3% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 6,646 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +86.3% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.